- HikeType Winter Hikes
- PaceTypes Leisurely (2.0 - 3.0 km/h): A relaxed pace with frequent breaks and a focus on enjoyment.
- TerrainTypes ,Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths.,Easy: Flat forested sections or lowland trails.,Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
- PaidOuting No
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Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Winter Hikes
Location (Google Maps): South End of Carter Road at entrance to Smokey Head Nature Reserve
Hike Leader(s): Marg and Owen Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely (2.0 - 3.0 km/h): A relaxed pace with frequent breaks and a focus on enjoyment.
Terrain: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Easy: Flat forested sections or lowland trails., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: 3 1/2 - 5 km
Description
Join us for our final Fun Friday hike at Cape Chin South. Meet at the south end of Carter Road a few minutes before we begin the hike.
We will head south along the Georgian Bay shoreline on the Main Trail to the intersection of the Cape Chin Side Trail. Depending on depth of snow, trail and weather conditions, the group will decide if we venture up to the Fred Binding Side Trail and Lookout and back to the sheltered Cape Chin Side Trail, or simply complete the Cape Chin Side Trail Loop. The shorter option is ~ 3 ½ km and will take a little less than 2 hours. Option 2 is ~5 km and includes a short, steady ascent to the Lookout, taking a little less than 3 hours. Winter hiking requires extra thought and preparation. Please prepare by wearing layered clothing, warm winter hiking boots, hat, face covering (if windy), and mittens. Bring a light backpack for snacks and warm drink. Hiking poles and gators are strongly recommended. Snowshoes and icers may be useful depending on trail conditions.
Following the hike, you are welcome to join us for a coffee and camaraderie at Tru Foods located at the corner of Highway 6 and Clarkes Road (3766 Hwy.6 Lion’s Head, Ontario).